CVE-2025-3212: Mali GPU Kernel Driver allows access to already freed memory
Use After Free vulnerability in Arm Ltd Bifrost GPU Kernel Driver, Arm Ltd Valhall GPU Kernel Driver, Arm Ltd Arm 5th Gen GPU Architecture Kernel Driver allows a local non-privileged user process to perform valid GPU memory processing operations to gain access to already freed memory.This issue affects Bifrost GPU Kernel Driver: from r41p0 through r49p4, from r50p0 through r51p0; Valhall GPU Kernel Driver: from r41p0 through r49p4, from r50p0 through r54p0; Arm 5th Gen GPU Architecture Kernel Driver: from r41p0 through r49p4, from r50p0 through r54p0.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Mali GPU Kernel Driver (Bifrost GPU Kernel Driver)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in r54p1 - Upgrade
Upgrade
Mali GPU Kernel Driver (Valhall GPU Kernel Driver)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in r54p1 - Upgrade
Upgrade
Mali GPU Kernel Driver (Arm 5th Gen GPU Architecture Kernel Driver)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in r54p1
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-3212?
CVE-2025-3212 is considered a high-severity use after free vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2025-3212?
To fix CVE-2025-3212, ensure your system is updated with the latest security patches provided by the vendor.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-3212?
CVE-2025-3212 affects devices running the Google Android operating system that utilize affected GPU drivers.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-3212?
CVE-2025-3212 is a use after free vulnerability that allows access to already freed GPU memory.
Can CVE-2025-3212 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2025-3212 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires a local non-privileged user process.